01/08/2023
๐๐ฃโโ๏ธ DEEPING RAFT RACE ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐
Mark your calendars, because it's almost time for the most exciting event of the summer! Deepings Raft Race 2023 is just around the corner, happening on Sunday, 6th August! ๐๏ธ๐
Get ready for a day filled with laughter, fun, and an action-packed water adventure! ๐ With a vibrant funfair and a fantastic variety of up to 50 stalls (all pitches taken now!), this year's event promises non-stop excitement for everyone. ๐ก๐
But wait, there's more! It's not too late to join in on the rafting action. Gather your friends and family, form a dream team, and create unforgettable memories as you race down the river together. ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐จ With 6 exciting categories to choose from and fabulous trophies up for grabs, the competition is heating up!
And guess what? While you're having a blast, you'll also be contributing to a fantastic cause. Our dedicated team is working hard to reopen Deepings Leisure Centre, and this event is raising funds to support this worthy endeavour. ๐โโ๏ธ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ So, come on down and show your support!
We encourage you to be eco-friendly and travel sustainably! If you're local, why not walk or cycle to the event? If driving in, you can use the car park at the Deepings School/Leisure Centre (PE6 8NF) or the convenient pay and display at the Deepings shopping centre (PE6 8HT). Let's reduce our carbon footprint together! ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐ถโโ๏ธ
Calling all sports enthusiasts and fans of all ages โ this year's theme is "Sporting Heroes"! Dress up as your favourite athlete or sports icon and add even more excitement to the event. Costumes are optional, but they'll surely add to the fun! ๐๐
And here's the best part โ entry is absolutely FREE for spectators! So, gather your friends, family, and neighbours for a fantastic day out and cheer on the raft teams as they take on the thrilling challenge of the Deepings Raft Race! ๐ฅณ๐
Stalls will start opening from 9:30 AM, and the main event kicks off at 11 AM with a thrilling raft parade from the Waterton Arms. The first adrenaline-pumping race begins at 12 noon, and trophy presentations await at the incredible Iron Horse Ranch House around 4:30 PM. Don't miss a single moment of the action!
For those eager to get on board or for more information, head over to our website: www.deepingsraftrace.co.uk ๐
Let's make this year's Deepings Raft Race an unforgettable experience! ๐๐ฃโโ๏ธ Grab your paddles, put on your sporting hero costumes, and get ready for a day of thrills, laughter, and community fun like never before!
Photo credit: Stuart Render ๐ธ